MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The fluid part of blood is known as plasma. About 55% of blood is plasma and the rest 45% is red blood cells and other proteins. It also comprises platelets (responsible for clotting) and white blood cells (help in fighting foreign infection). Plasma is a pale yellow liquid comprising 90% water.

Detailed explanation-2: -When separated from the rest of the blood, plasma is a light yellow liquid. Plasma carries water, salts and enzymes. The main role of plasma is to take nutrients, hormones, and proteins to the parts of the body that need it. Cells also put their waste products into the plasma.

Detailed explanation-3: -Plasma is the often-forgotten part of blood. White blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets are important to body function. But plasma also plays a key role. This fluid carries the blood components throughout the body.